Production Operator V - Solder

About Plexus

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission‑critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. We invest in our people because they are the heart of what we do, fostering an inclusive culture where every team member feels valued, empowered, and able to contribute their best.

Benefits

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work‑life balance and provide a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience.

Pay

Salary Range: $40,300.00 – $60,500.00 (based on geographic location, experience, education, licensure, and skill level).

Purpose

Responsible for supporting an advanced level of production with high‑complexity manufacturing to meet customer deadlines. This role requires strong knowledge of factory guidelines, ownership of job functions, and the ability to act as a lead coordinating and facilitating the work of others (without supervisory responsibilities).

Key Responsibilities

• Operate tools, equipment, and processes according to provided instructions or, when experienced, with limited or no instructions.
• Assist in creating work instructions when none are available.
• Understand and adhere to standard work, quality policies, and customer specifications; monitor own work to ensure quality standards and communicate effectively with supervisors, escalating issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate time‑keeping, record‑keeping, labor tracking, inventory control, process documentation, scrap, and quality records.
• Support improvement initiatives and actively contribute to a safer, cleaner, higher‑quality, and more efficient work environment, including generating innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Stay current on all certifications and training requirements, consistently complete assignments on time without compromising quality, and manage workload effectively.
• Train others on tasks when assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent GED (preferred).
• Seven (7) years of related experience in electronics production/manufacturing (preferred).
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and in a cross‑functional team environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and comfortably handle frequent task changes.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and demonstrate initiative.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of the shift.
• Frequent reaching at waist level and occasional reaching above head.
• Ability to carry up to 4.5 kg (15 lb) and lift up to 20.4 kg (45 lb).
• Fine motor skills and occasional use of hand tools.
• Frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, and/or stooping.
• Ability to meet visual acuity requirements defined by industry certifications and customer specifications.